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isolated community
/ˈaɪsəleɪtɪd kəˈmjuːnəti/
a group of people living separately from others
The remote village was an isolated community with little contact with the outside world.
This example shows a group of people living in a remote area with minimal interaction with others.
formal
a group of people living in a remote or secluded area with limited contact with other communities
The island's inhabitants formed an isolated community due to their geographical location.
The people living on the island had limited interaction with the outside world, creating a distinct cultural group.
Historically, many indigenous tribes lived as isolated communities before modern transportation connected them to the wider world.
This refers to the historical separation of indigenous groups from broader societies due to geographical and cultural barriers.
This term is often used in sociology to describe groups with distinct cultural or social characteristics due to their separation from larger populations.
Collocations
isolated communitya group living separately from others
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Contextual Use
This phrase is often used in discussions about cultural anthropology, sociology, and geography.
Gold Rule
Avoid Misuse
Do not use this phrase to describe temporary or voluntary social isolation, such as during a pandemic.
Word Origin
The term combines 'isolated' (from Latin 'insulatus', meaning 'made into an island') and 'community' (from Latin 'communitas', meaning 'group of people').
Usage Notes
This phrase is often used in sociological and anthropological contexts to describe groups that have developed unique cultural practices due to their separation from larger societies.
Word Breakdown
isolated
separated or remote
adjectivecommunity
a group of people living together
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